Yep, decided to get back on here.
Actually, I'm thinking about starting a whole new journal, but for now, here goes...
I'm doing EXCELLENT overall in life!!! Things are going terrific and my kids are doing AWESOME! Life is good as my bumper sticker says... I'll take it as you never know when that curve ball might come in...
Now, my issues... Yep, I'm up on the scale - I think I was 158 lbs yesterday, not bad, and 18 months ago, I would have been thrilled with that weight!!!! But, I liked the 145-148 lb range, it just felt good. Plus, with not working out, it's not a pretty 158 lbs!!! LOL
So, my goals are to get back down below 150 lbs and work out regularly and make working out a priority in my life for the rest of my life. I eat great 95% of the time, so if I just cut out the OMG sweets (you know moo-lattes, blizzards, coffee with cream - see the trend here?), it won't take long at all.
The kids and I are almost 100% vegetarian now - and my energy level is pretty good. My energy level has been a problem for me for years - probably due to a high fat, high sugar diet. I still have to work on the sugar, especially in my head. I LOVE sweets... They are my demon. I have gotten away from the pastries though, which used to be my demon. Now, it's the high sugar/ high fat coffee drinks that scream for me!!!!!!! Can you hear them???
I was just diagnosed with high cholestrol and I have been modifying the fats in my diet for that anyway. I'm reading Dr Andrew Weil books, so far I like his philosophy regarding food and exercise. It helps me to stay focused if I'm reading about nutrition. My body doesn't handle artificially sweetened or colored foods well. ALL of the artificial sweeteners bring on migraines for me, so I have to be very careful. Plus, some of the new oils kick my IBS into really high gear - not fun!
My BIG news is that my house is on the market!!! The kids and I will be moving about 2 hrs north to a condo - we are ALL so excited. Now, just waiting and keeping the house spotless everyday is driving me crazy and taking away some of my precious family time, even though the kids help me too. So, moving from a farm to a condo will be a big move, but we all love the condo village and just can't wait. So, pray for us that the house sells quickly, without any problems, and for a good price - please? (thanks)
Oh well, speaking of which, I need to take a shower and get my son to his Dr's appt today, but I had been thinking about getting serious about my weight again, so here I am!
I'll write more soon and make a plan (eating and exercise) so it is documented - you know, so that I'm accountable.
No really!
Happy Friday to all...